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Mindful Moments with Music

Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments with Music

Introduce mindfulness through music

This lesson introduces students to mindfulness through music, helping them focus on their breathing and the sounds around them to cultivate a sense of calmness and focus. This lesson is important as it provides students with a tool to manage stress and improve concentration, which can be beneficial in both academic and personal settings.

Audience

Grade 8 Students

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Introduce mindfulness through music

Materials

Curated playlist of soothing music, Speakers or headphones, and Reflection worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

  • Briefly explain the concept of mindfulness and its benefits.
  • Introduce the idea of using music as a tool for mindfulness.

Step 2

Guided Breathing Exercise

3 minutes

  • Lead students in a short breathing exercise to help them relax and focus.
  • Encourage them to pay attention to their breath and the sensations in their body.

Step 3

Listening to Music

7 minutes

  • Play the curated playlist of soothing music.
  • Ask students to focus on the sounds and their breathing.
  • Encourage them to notice any thoughts or feelings that arise without judgment.

Step 4

Reflection

3 minutes

  • Distribute the reflection worksheet.
  • Ask students to write down their thoughts and feelings about the experience.
  • Facilitate a brief discussion on how they felt during the exercise and any observations they made.
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Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their mindfulness experience with music. It encourages them to articulate their thoughts and feelings about the exercise.

How did you feel before and after the mindfulness exercise?








What sounds did you notice during the music session?








Did any thoughts or feelings arise during the exercise? How did you handle them?








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